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The Land Below the Red, White & Blue

Jun 23, 2023 02:34PM ● By Lynn Gendusa

Our flag is a symbol of our hope, unification, spirit and glory

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Truths and myths about St. Patrick's Day

Feb 27, 2023 10:09AM ● By Randal Hill

You may wonder: Was St. Patrick really from Ireland? Is he even a full-fledged saint? Here’s the truth as we know it

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Navigating the Holidays as a solo-ager

Oct 31, 2022 03:58PM ● By Jan Weeks

Growing older on your own may close some doors, but it can also open many others.

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Cash in on super holiday savings

Oct 31, 2022 03:06PM ● By Kimberly Blaker

Follow these tips for deep discounts on Black Friday, Cyber Monday and beyond.

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When Halloween night was a fright

Oct 03, 2022 12:57PM ● By Michael Murphy

The anticipation leading up to Halloween was sometimes more than I could bear as a child. The annual candy cascade started days before the spooky night.

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4 tricks and treats for keeping your pet safe this Halloween

Oct 03, 2022 12:23PM ● By Jenna Kretschman

As you gear up for a wicked-fun Halloween with your grandkids, don’t forget about your pets! Follow these tips to keep your pet safe among the festivities.

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Surviving Independence Day as a kid

Jun 28, 2022 11:26AM ● By Michael Murphy

July 4 always brings back fond memories of near disasters involving sparkler sword fights and firecrackers blowing tin cans sky high

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Three rolls of shiny gold wrapping paper sit next to a stack of four beautifully decorated gold presents with gold ribbon on a backdrop of golden hue
Adventures in gift wrapping

Nov 23, 2021 10:40AM ● By Sally Breslin

It’s the thought that counts, not the sub-par gift wrapping, right?

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Short christmas tree decorated with lights and red and gold balls is surrounded by five beautifully wrapped gift boxes of various colors, all tied with ribbon. These are all in front of a Christmas red background
Have yourself a simple little Christmas

Nov 22, 2021 03:38PM ● By G. L. Yenne

How to scale back and move forward these holidays with a new plan.

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White older woman wearing a santa hat, white scarf and cream shirt looks down in consternation while holding her head with her right arm, imposed on a black background
Stress less with these 5-minute exercises

Nov 22, 2021 03:31PM ● By Katie Olt

While festive activities and visiting family can make this time of year exciting, shopping for gifts, coordinating schedules and mapping out travel plans can make it extremely stressful.

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Woven basket holds pine branches, pinecones and decorative stars for winter decor
Spruce up your home with these winter decorations

Nov 22, 2021 03:23PM ● By Lori Rose

Just because it’s winter, don’t forget flowers when coming up with unique ways to decorate.

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Grandparents, adult children and three young kids hold glasses as cheers and look at camera smiling in white clean kitchen for Thanksgiving meal
Question of the Month - November 2021

Oct 25, 2021 10:31AM ● By Jan Weeks & Siggie Carpenter

We asked locals in Mesa, Montrose and Delta Counties, "What’s one of your favorite family traditions?"

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